| Genoa Victoria | |
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  Genoa | |
| Coordinates | 37°29′0″S149°35′0″E / 37.48333°S 149.58333°E /-37.48333; 149.58333 |
| Population | 66 (2021 census)[1] |
| Postcode(s) | 3891 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | Shire of East Gippsland |
| State electorate(s) | Gippsland East |
| Federal division(s) | Gippsland |
Genoa is a town in Eastern Gippsland,Victoria,Australia. It is close to theNew South Wales border where thePrinces Highway crosses theGenoa River. The town is an important access point to theCroajingolong National Park. As of the2021 census, Genoa had a population of 66.The Genoa Post Office opened on 9 April 1888.[2]
In 1972, the earliestfossil trackway of primitivetetrapods were found in the Genoa River Gorge, dating back 350 million years.[3]
In 2019, bush fires in EasternGippsland did "significant" damage to Genoa and the nearby town ofMallacoota.[4]
Genoa Peak is located in the Croajingolong National Park, and is 490 metres (1,610 ft) above sea level at the summit. The walk to the summit is 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) one way, and is rated for a moderate/steep fitness level. The view includesMallacoota Lake which is over 40 kilometres (25 mi) away.[5]
